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Garbage collection in Frederiksted halted due to ‘inclement weather,’ VIWMA says
Posted inBreaking News Community Affairs Environmental News

Garbage collection in Frederiksted halted due to ‘inclement weather,’ VIWMA says

FREDERIKSTED — The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) said today that "house-to-house waste collection" has been suspended in the following St. Croix areas due to inclement weather: Frangipani Estate…
Posted by John McCarthy November 3, 2024
Tell us about changes when you get Social Security benefits
Posted inBreaking News Business News Community Affairs

Tell us about changes when you get Social Security benefits

If you receive Social Security, you can help to make sure we pay you the right benefit each month. You can do that by telling us about relationship or other…
Posted by John McCarthy November 2, 2024
The 44 Percent: FMU aviation museum, marijuana arrests, Haitian art and more
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The 44 Percent: FMU aviation museum, marijuana arrests, Haitian art and more

MIAMI — On Sunday, after the San Francisco 49ers beat the Dallas Cowboys as quarterback Brock Purdy was giving an on-camera interview to NBC Sports, Niners’ defensive lineman Nick Bosa…
Posted by John McCarthy November 2, 2024
VIWMA says it stemmed the tide of sewage overflow in Catherine’s Rest
Posted inBreaking News British Virgin Islands News Community Affairs

VIWMA says it stemmed the tide of sewage overflow in Catherine’s Rest

CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) said today that sewage in no longer overflowing through a manhole in Catherine’s Rest. "The VIWMA staff continues to work diligently…
Posted by John McCarthy October 25, 2024
This fruit can help lower cholesterol, is good for your bones and helps with depression
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This fruit can help lower cholesterol, is good for your bones and helps with depression

MIAMI — Florida is in the midst of avocado season. My friend Susan recently gave me a few from her tree. I admit I usually buy Haas avocados from California…
Posted by John McCarthy October 24, 2024
Health Department observes Breast Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizes early detection
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Health Department observes Breast Cancer Awareness Month, emphasizes early detection

CHRISTIANSTED — Cancer remains the second leading cause of death in our community, with breast cancer being the second most common form. The Virgin Islands Department of Health continues its vital…
Posted by John McCarthy October 17, 2024
Norre Gade sewer line repairs begin today in St. Thomas, VIWMA says
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Norre Gade sewer line repairs begin today in St. Thomas, VIWMA says

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority (VIWMA) advises the public on a collapsed 140-foot wastewater sewer line near the Norre Gade/Moravian School area. Repairs are scheduled for…
Posted by John McCarthy October 9, 2024
Diabetes ‘epidemic’ is a growing concern in the U.S. Virgin Islands, health officials say
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Diabetes ‘epidemic’ is a growing concern in the U.S. Virgin Islands, health officials say

CHRISTIANSTED — Diabetes continues to be a growing health crisis in the Virgin Islands, with the Department of Health calling it a "silent epidemic" affecting over 11,600 adults. The Virgin…
Posted by John McCarthy October 6, 2024
Health Department advises public to avoid roadway where sewage spill occurred
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Health Department advises public to avoid roadway where sewage spill occurred

CHRISTIANSTED — The Virgin Islands Department of Health is urging the public to avoid traversing Watergut and King Cross streets where a sewage spill has been reported on St. Croix. The…
Posted by John McCarthy October 5, 2024
St. Croix Educational Complex High School suspends classes due to teacher sick-out
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St. Croix Educational Complex High School suspends classes due to teacher sick-out

FREDERIKSTED — The Virgin Islands Department of Education (VIDE) said that school operations have been suspended at the St. Croix Educational Complex today, Wednesday, October 2, 2024, due to a…
Posted by John McCarthy October 2, 2024

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